Candidate for
Mayor; City of Paso Robles

My lifetime of public service includes the US Navy, and 30 years as a police officer. I have always been active in my community, involved with several cultural and performing arts festivals, and with civic and community organizations, including the St. Rose School Board, Daniel Lewis Site Council, 4-H Management Board, Girls Youth Basketball, the Senior Citizens Center, Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors, County Airport Land Use Commission, American Legion, VFW, Elks, Estrella Warbirds, Optimist Club, and Toys for Tots, most recently North County Women's Shelter Board. I have had the opportunity to develop and create a vision for Paso Robles that I believe represents the voice of the community, both in the workplace and in the home. I believe you lead by setting the right example. The mayor cannot lead by sitting in an office; the mayor must be out in the community reachable at all times. From the time I was Honorably Discharged from the Navy I have been actively involved in our community.

I served 8 years on the Paso Robles City Council, 4 years as Mayor Pro Tem. I have also served 11 years on the Paso Robles Planning Commission, one year vice chairman and then as chairman. I have spent 30 years developing and maintaining meaningful relationships in the public and private sectors, being inclusive, not exclusive. I have had the opportunity to develop and create a vision for Paso Robles that I believe represents the voice of the community. Paso Robles needs a mayor that is willing to invest the time it takes to lead this city into the next decade. I have an in-depth knowledge of issues facing our city. Being actively involved, I am keenly aware of what needs to be done.

When you hire me, you are hiring a full-time Mayor. I listen to the entire community, not just a few. I will be active in the local and statewide public arena, advocating for economic development for Paso Robles. I have the courage and determination to unite the Council in meeting the challenges of tough times, and planning for the future together with all our citizens. This race is about who will take the reins and lead this City forward. I, Gary Nemeth, will be that mayor.

I will continue working towards advancing cultural diversity in our community, improving transportation for our disabled and senior citizens, maintaining steady economic growth and development, promoting tourism in the downtown area, hiring an independent contractor to bring safe and clean economic development to our community. As new business opportunities representing the five business clusters that are producing job opportunities in our county, or any other business opportunities present themselves, I will continue working closely with community leaders and the county EVC to insure that future development enhances our city, benefits the community, and creates job opportunities for those seeking a higher standard of living.

Most of all I will work to assure each of our residents that our neighborhoods will continue to be safe with enough police and fire officers to ensure their safety, and our children will have ample opportunities for advancements in education. During my time as council member, I built a reputation for integrity, fairness, sound judgment, accessibility, willingness to listening to individual concerns, and always being accountable for my decisions. As your mayor, I will continue to provide leadership to make Paso Robles a distinguished city whose principles and values represent the quality of life, family traditions and the heritage that makes this city what it is today.

City government needs to make Paso Robles more user-friendly. Our attitude as elected officials must be one of helpful service to our residents. Our policies have to make it easy to do business in the city. We have to eliminate roadblocks and excessive reviews. We must remember residents' needs in this economy. I believe the City has treated the developers poorly, putting extra roadblocks in the way.

I am always out in the community listening to residents, helping them resolve their issues. I work FOR the community, being at community meetings to listen to concerns - at the senior center, vets hall, high school or wherever the community meets - engaging residents so they know I care. I work alongside our city employees so they know I care. The message I want to send is that truly "the City does want to be there to help." I ask you the citizens of Paso Robles to take back our city and write in

GARY NEMETH FOR MAYOR

GARY NEMETH 451 MORGAN LANE PASO ROBLES, CALIFORNIA 93446 HOME: (805) 226-0298 CELL: (805) 503-9027

EDUCATION: 2002 + 2006

LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES: MAYORS AND COUNCIL MEMBERS

• Administrative Services Committee, League of California Cities 2005,2006,2007,2008
• Employee Relations Committee, League of California Cities 2005,2006,2007,2008
• Helen Putnam Awards Committees, League of California Cities 2005,2006
• California League of Cities Advanced Leadership Certificate Award 2007

1973-1977

COLLEGE OF THE REDWOODS, EUREKA, CA.

1974

ALLAN HANCOCK COMMUNITY COLLEGE, SANTA MARIA, CA

WORK EXPERIENCE

2009 + 2010 Planning Commissioner Paso Robles, also assigned to the Design Review Committee.

2000 + 2008 Council Member Paso Robles One of four City Council Members since 2000 that establishes City polices, approves ordinances and resolutions, makes land use decisions, approves agreements and contracts, hears appeals on decisions made by City staff or advisory committees and sets utility rates. Served as Mayor Pro Tem two terms.

1991 + 2000 Planning Commissioner Paso Robles: Served as a Planning Commissioner for nine years approving, conditionally approving, or denying Parcel Maps, Subdivision, Conditional Use Permits, Zone Variances, Planned Developments, and Site Plans. The Planning Commission also has a specific role in the formation of a Redevelopment Project Area. Further, the Planning Commission can make recommendations to the City Council on legislative matters and the acquisition of property by the City.

6/77 + 2004 San Luis Obispo Police Department Patrol Officer / Motorcycle Officer / Traffic Officer / Detective / Field Training Officer / Hostage & Crisis Negotiator / D.A.R.E. Officer / School Resource Officer:, for the City of San Luis Obispo assisted with traffic and crowd control, incident investigation; apprehend and arrest suspects, interview witnesses, collect and preserve crime scene evidence, prepare reports and records, administer first aid; perform subpoena and warrant service, other related duties as required.

Training Officer City of San Luis Obispo: As Training Officer for the City of San Luis Obispo duties included preparing classroom instruction on Vehicle Pursuit Training, Instructor for Police Officer Motorcycle Riding, Video Production Instructor Training, Computer Instructor in the Spillman System, Field Training Officer, Reserve and Explorer Training Officer.

D.A.R.E. / School Resource Officer City of San Luis Obispo: As D.A.R.E. Officer and School Resource Officer I developed school-based prevention activities and intervention strategies for the identification, early intervention, and aftercare support of students at risk for substance abuse.

12/74 + 6/77 San Luis Obispo County Sheriff Patrol Officer for the County of San Luis Obispo Sheriff Department. Patrol the North County by assisting with traffic and crowd control, incident investigation; apprehend and arrest suspects, interview witnesses, collect and preserve crime scene evidence, prepare reports and records, administer first aid; perform subpoena and warrant service; other related duties as required. Transport of arrested prisoners to County Jail.

6/69+ 3/73 United States Navy Photographic Intelligence, included collection and dissemination of intelligence data. Assigned Western Pacific, Patrol Squadron Nine Anti-Submarine Warfare. Assigned to Admiral Coopers Staff aboard the USS Enterprise serving in Vietnam.. Anti-Submarine Warfare, Photographic Intelligence, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and Meritorious Unit Commendation.

PART- TIME EMPLOYMENT

1/2007 + 5/2007 KPRL Radio North County Communications LLC. Duties: On air radio host.

1/1/97 + 12/01/97 Brinks Incorporated + San Luis Obispo County Area Duties: First Line Maintenance Technician for ATM machines servicing Wells Fargo And Bank of America ATMs. Diagnose and repair as necessary several different types of machines.

1994 - 1998 Martin Brothers Winery + Paso Robles Ca. Duties: Security Supervisor for Concerts. Hiring, training and scheduling of security staff for concerts.

1993 + 1999 Police Officers Association of California, Sacramento Ca. Duties: Instructor for basic, intermediate and advanced courses in Labor relations and Contracts. Instructed throughout California and made presentations to Law Enforcement and Fire Fighters in the course of instruction.

8/85 + 9/94 California Mid-State Fair - Paso Robles California

8/85 + 8/87 Responsible for security in the Concert Arena. Interview, hire and train 50 employees. Included budgets, manpower allocation and overall supervision during the Fair.

1/88 + 9/94 Chief of Security, California Mid-State Fair + Paso Robles, California Duties: Responsible for continued development and implementation of security programs. Additionally developed and implemented in house medical first aid response teams. Manage $220,000 budget, 200 employees, liaison with Law Enforcement.

1/85 + 6/87 Alcohol Services, San Luis Obispo County Duties: Teaching the first Offender DWI Classes throughout San Luis Obispo County.

4/82 + 1985 Allan Hancock Community College + Santa Maria, Ca. Duties: Instructor in Basic Police Academy, teaching traffic law, traffic accident investigation, and investigation of driving under the influence laws.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:

2010 + Present North County Women's Shelter Board of Directors 2011 + Present North County Women's Shelter Board of Directors Vice President

2009 + 12/10 Planning Commissioner for the City of Paso Robles also assigned to the Design Review Committee.

2009 + 5/2010 Central Coast Autism Spectrum Center Board Member

Elected President of the Board of Directors

2008 + 2009 Central Coast Autism Spectrum Center Advisory Committee

2008 + Present Estrella Warbirds Advisory Board Member 2011 + Present Estrella Warbirds Board of Directors

2007 + 2010 Elkettes Member, serving as President of the Elkettes.

2007-Present Paderewski Festival Committee Member

2007-2010 Paso Robles Joint Unified School District Citizens Oversight Committee Member and Vice Chair, Chair Person

2006-2007 Mozart Festival Board of Directors Member

2006-Present Board of Directors Paso Robles Optimist Board

Currently VP and President Elect

2006-Present Rides 4 Seniors Committee Member

2005 + 2007 Board of Directors Member for the North County Dance and Performing Arts Foundation.

2004 + Present Board of Directors Member for the Toy Bank, Coats for Kids, and Toys for Tots. Serving as VP.

1996 + 1998 Daniel E. Lewis Middle School Site Council Member

1991 + 2000 Planning Commissioner for the City of Paso Robles

1995 + Planning Commission Chairman

1992 + 1997 SLO County 4-H Management Board

1992-1994 Assistant Director of the Management Board
1994-1997 Director of the Management Board

1992 + 1996 Youth Basketball Coach Paso Robles Leagues

1992 + 1996 St. Rose School Board Member (Paso Robles)

1980 + 2004 Member of San Luis Obispo Police Officers Association, President 7 Years, Chief Labor Relations Negotiator 4 years, Vice President 4 years, Board Member 3 years.

TRAINING: P.O.R.A.C. Basic and Advanced Labor Relations and Contract Classes. P.O.R.A.C. Political Action Seminars Association Leadership Seminars Internal Affairs Investigation Seminars Health Benefit Seminars Enforcing Labor Agreement Seminars Self Directed Work Teams Arbitrator's View of Police Discipline Seminars. Skills Courses: Micro-Soft Windows; WORD; EXCEL.

QUALIFICATIONS

Thirty years of experience in Law Enforcement in San Luis Obispo County

County of San Luis Obispo Sheriff Department Patrol Officer, Reserve and Explorer Training Officer.

Four years of experience in the United States Navy.
US Navy Photographic Intelligence Collection and Dissemination of Data
USS Enterprise in Vietnam, Served with Admiral Cooper
Western Pacific Patrol Squadron Nine Anti-Submarine Warfare